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THE LURE OF LEATHER
A timeless material that just seems to sing in its surroundings says Joanna Bibby
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eather is such an ancient durable
material that has been used in
interiors going way back to caveman
days. It’s basic, primal and pure. It can
be tough yet fragile, soft yet strong and
incredibly versatile.
We have been working with leather,
in all its variations from the very early
days at Ochre. It all started with our
love of colour. Creating a range of incredibly simple stools
in different subtle colours of nubuck that were playful and
worked well together. We have learnt a lot since, but colour
and leather is still our passion and this combination is a
strong trend in interior design.
As we are noticing the return of comfort in the home,
leather is welcome as it’s a sensual material that appeals to
the senses on so many different levels. Its evocative smell
makes homes feel loved and inspired the first ever Hermès
perfume, Eau d’Hermès. On the touch and even on the ear,
with that deliciously c